open market stall with veggies and fruits wrapped in plastic

Why I Won’t Be Plastic-Free Anytime Soon (& Why That’s Okay With Me)

I have a confession to make. I still use plastic. And I don’t see any foreseeable end to it in my near future (certainly not while I’m living in Japan). Am I always striving to find ways to reduce waste and live more sustainably? Yes. But do I think I’ll be able to be completely …

9 Surprising Uses for Glass Jars (& Why They’re So Sustainable)

Glass jars are a staple in a sustainable household and can be used for so many different things. I aspire to own less instead of more, therefore any single item that can fulfill multiple purposes is near and dear to my heart. This is one of the reasons why glass jars have earned their place …

11 Zero Waste Bloggers You Need to Follow

Since embarking on my zero waste journey, I’ve started following a ton of zero waste bloggers and social media influencers on Facebook, Instagram, or by subscribing to their blogs. I used to have a negative connotation with the phrase “social media influencers,” but these people are using their power for good! I can’t tell you …